Our client is looking for a Finance Operations Lead to take charge of financial operations, statutory reporting, governance, and working capital management across the group. This is a leadership role for a finance professional who thrives on control, accuracy, and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment.

You’ll lead a team of five — Payables, Credit Control, Receivables, Taxation & Compliance, and Inventory Control Accountants — and be a key partner in ensuring the integrity of the group’s financial records and its regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do

Financial Reporting & Period-End

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare management accounts and board reporting packs
• Ensure IFRS and statutory compliance across all entities

Financial Controls & Governance

• Strengthen internal control frameworks and audit readiness
• Own reconciliations and ledger integrity
• Coordinate internal and external audits through to closure

Working Capital & Operational Finance

• Monitor debtor collections and supplier settlements
• Oversee manufacturing cost allocations and inventory valuation
• Drive EBITDA improvement through financial analysis and cost discipline
• Track budget vs. actual performance and lead corrective action

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure accurate, timely settlement of PAYE, VAT, WHT, WVAT, and other statutory obligations
• Lead implementation of tax law and regulatory changes
• Manage tax audits and compliance risk

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop the finance operations team
• Standardize processes and improve ERP utilization
• Build a high-performance, accountable finance culture

What Success Looks Like

• Month-end close in ≤ 3 days, with >99% reporting accuracy
• Nil compliance breaches, minimal audit adjustments
• 100% of reconciliations completed monthly
• Debtor collections and supplier settlements >95% within terms
• 100% on-time statutory filings and payments